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Mechanical Engineering with Robotics (with an industrial placement year)

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2026-2027
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Course summary

87.9% of our research outputs in Engineering were assessed to be world leading or internationally excellent (REF 2021)

About the course

The Master of Engineering (MEng) degree lets you specialise your degree with a range of options and provides you with the educational requirements needed to become a Chartered Engineer. On this course, you'll have the opportunity to:

  • develop specialised expertise in the field of robotics

  • gain skills in mechanical engineering.

This combination will make you highly employable in various industries – from designing and developing robots, to working on autonomous vehicles, automation, mechatronics, automotive, aerospace and renewable energy projects. You’ll also have the chance to apply for a placement to get work experience in industry, while still being supported by the Department at Sussex.

Our teaching is based on our cutting-edge research in robotics, dynamics and control, sensors and flexible electronics. You’ll study in our state-of-the-art laboratories. There’s a new environment for:

  • constructing robots

  • programming embedded systems to control robots

  • using cutting-edge computer design and modelling facilities.

You’ll have access to our flexible manufacturing system, industrial robotic manipulator, humanoid robots, a fleet of drones and autonomous vehicles.

To ensure your success at Sussex, you’ll be supported by a dedicated academic adviser throughout your time with us. You’ll also benefit from a team of student mentors who are here to assist you on your academic journey. When you graduate, you’ll have the practical skills, knowledge and confidence to start your career.

Location

Study on our beautiful, green campus on the edge of the South Downs National Park and just minutes from the vibrant seaside city of Brighton & Hove. We’re near to Gatwick airport and just over an hour from London.

About the University of Sussex

Our courses, research, culture and campus aim to stimulate, excite and challenge. From scientific discovery to global policy, from student welfare to career development, Sussex innovates and takes a lead. And today, in every part of society and across the world, you'll find someone from Sussex making an original and valuable contribution.

Ways to study this course

Campuses

  • Main Site

Study options

  • MEng (Hon) • Sandwich • 5 Years

Start dates

  • 21/09/2026

Application codes

Course code:
H3F3
Institution code:
S90

University of Sussex has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.

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Application codes

Course code:
H3F3
Institution code:
S90

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Data from:
This course and 6 other mechanical engineering courses
Date range:
2022-2024

Grades held by accepted students

For University of Sussex, the top and bottom 5% of student grades have been removed from these calculations. This change helps to remove any extraordinary circumstances that could impact the data. Learn more here .
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  1. AAA
  2. Highest grades
  3. CCC
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97% Students aged 17/18 who applied to this course were offered a place.

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80 Go onto work and study

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